Dana White’s Contender Series has become an important part of the UFC. Undefeated middleweight Torrez Finney doesn’t know how to quit. The middleweight fighter recently registered his third win at the Dana white contender series in order to secure a UFC contract. However, it was not easy for the American as he had to work a lot extra to get that opportunity.
This Tuesday, UFC Apex held the eighth season of DWCS, and White handed out UFC contracts to all five victors. Among them was Finney, who had won the competition three times. While White wasn’t satisfied the previous two times and questioned Finny’s approach, this time he was certainly impressed and enthusiastic.
My boy Torrez. Listen to me kid. You, Uncle Snoop, Aunt Didi, Coach Larry, Uncle BayBay, Mom and Dad — none of you can disagree with me. You brought a different energy tonight than you did the last two fights. That’s how ya do it! Get over here, welcome to the UFC.
Dana White via Contender Series
Finney fought Abdellah Er-Ramy in a middleweight bout and won it via TKO in the very first round. His last fight was underwhelming for Dana White. This time, Finney brought a different energy and didn’t waste time finishing his opponent. The fan-favorite fighter took Er-Ramy to the ground and attempted an arm triangle.
THIRD TIME IS THE CHARM 👏
TORREZ FINNEY IS AWARDED A UFC CONTRACT ON #DWCS 😤 pic.twitter.com/HES1ECPcRb
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) October 2, 2024
TORREZ FINNEY DOES IT AGAIN 😤
He’s gets it done in the first round!
[ #DWCS LIVE NOW on @ESPNPlus ] pic.twitter.com/EOO28hXVa2
— UFC (@ufc) October 2, 2024
Finney’s intent was clearly visible, with UFC top brass Dana White, Hunter Campbell, and Mick Maynard in the audience. He then landed on some heavy ground and pounded until the referee was forced to stop the fight. The fan favorite was definitely pleased with his performance and was hyped after getting the contract.
Fight fans react to Torrez Finney finally getting his UFC contract from Dana White
Torrez Finney’s previous two DWCS wins came against Yuri Panferov and Cam Rowston. Both were comparatively boring fights. Though Finney was always undefeated, getting into UFC needs that X factor which fighters like Sean O’Malley and Raul Rosas Jr have.
Dana White is well known for promoting the DWCS fighters and giving them the push in the UFC if they show him potential. The CEO has always been proud of his venture and likes to be a part of it regularly. Nevertheless, here are some reactions to Torrez Finney’s UFC contract;
3rd time is a charm!
— Josh Sharp (@ShowInvestment) October 2, 2024
He’s a tank. Should have signed him 2 fights ago.
— Streameast News Network (@StreameastNews) October 2, 2024
Finney wasted no time tonight! He was super aggressive and closed the show within a round
— Big Mac 🍔 (@MKADH1) October 2, 2024
I prayed for this. pic.twitter.com/wb6vUzBkea
— Talking Lizard 🦎 (@Lizard69Talking) October 2, 2024
He made it. Now he’s going to see what it takes to stay in the UFC.
— AJH – The Ministry of Questions (@1_2_question) October 2, 2024
— ItsReplayBro (@ItsReplayBro) October 2, 2024
Torrez Finney’s persistence has indeed paid off as he has been awarded a UFC contract following his third appearance on Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS). This achievement comes after two previous victories where, despite his wins, he was not offered a contract. His repeated…
— Roy O’Banon🥷 (@Roy_O_Banon) October 2, 2024
Fight fans were excited for Finney to get the UFC contract after taking the win three times. Many were already impressed by the fighter and always wanted the UFC to take Finney. Others welcomed the undefeated fighter to the UFC but warned about the tough competition, especially in the middleweight division.
